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A brand new way to promote IW events

IW Observer.co.uk May 18, 2022

If you’re organising an event on the Island then here’s a novel way to promote it and gain some extra…

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Lord-Lieutenant’s Lake library launch

IW Observer.co.uk May 18, 2022

Fifty years on from the opening of Lake Middle School by Lord Mountbatten of Burma, the Island’s Lord-Lieutenant, Mrs Susie…

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Freemasons donate to Vectis Radio 4Ps project

IW Observer.co.uk May 17, 2022

The award-winning Vectis Radio 4Ps project has received a financial boost from the local freemasons. The 4Ps project helps young…

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Wellbeing weekend retreat at Ventnor Botanical Gardens

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Ventnor Botanic Garden is hosting a full weekend dedicated to wellbeing with classes in Yoga, Tai chi, Qui-gong, Dance, Music,…

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A lifetime in glass: The story of Okra and Station glass

IW Observer.co.uk May 17, 2022

On Saturday, May 28, the Isle of Wight Museum of Glass welcomes internationally renowned master glassmaker, Richard Golding, who will…

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Girlguiding members will celebrate Platinum Jubilee

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Girlguiding members on the Isle of Wight will join hundreds of other members across the UK to light beacons in…

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IW College win award for Internationalism

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The Isle of Wight College has won an award for internationalism at the Association of Colleges’ annual beacon awards ceremony…

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Do pharmacy services meet your needs?

IW Observer.co.uk May 17, 2022

Residents are being asked by the Isle of Wight Council about pharmacy services on the Island. This is your opportunity…

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The Mill House win ROSE award

IW Observer.co.uk May 17, 2022

VisitEngland has announced the 100 winners of this year’s Recognition of Service Excellence (ROSE) award, with The Mill House at…

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Shoppers reduce carbon footprint by buying locally

IW Observer.co.uk May 16, 2022

Shoppers are reducing their carbon footprint by buying 40 per cent more local products from a regional co-operative than five…

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Dean Friedman adds IW date to UK tour

IW Observer.co.uk May 16, 2022

The Island’s newest American Airstream glamping site has been asked to host a rare performance by one of the finest…

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Sandown gets a second Blue Flag

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Sandown is celebrating the award of the internationally prestigious Blue Flag for the second year in succession, a recognition of…

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Green vs Wight 2022 shoreline challenge

IW Observer.co.uk May 16, 2022

Ryde fire station’s Green Watch is to undertake a circumnavigation of the Island, entirely under their own manpower. Setting out…

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Island youngsters complete the Active Travel Challenge

IW Observer.co.uk May 16, 2022

Hundreds of Island youngsters were getting fit and helping the environment in February by cycling, scooting and walking to and…

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Do you fancy jumping out of an aeroplane?

IW Observer.co.uk May 15, 2022

Age UK Isle of Wight are looking for adventurous fund-raisers to take on the challenge of a sponsored tandem skydive…

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A LOOK BACK IN TIME: A couple of gems

IW Observer.co.uk May 15, 2022

This week we have unearthed a couple of gems that made us smile from the Isle of Wight Observer of…

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